HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Approving single source purchase for the replacement of watchguard body worn cameras RESOLUTION NO. 22-592
RESOLUTION APPROVING SINGLE SOURCE PURCHASE
FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF WATCHGUARD BODY WORN CAMERAS
FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, in 2018, the City Council approved the purchase of body-worn cameras
(BWC) for all sworn police officers. The equipment selected, from WatchGuard, was determined
to be the best option after staff researched and tested several products. WatchGuard is owned by
Motorola Solutions, Inc. These cameras have been in operation since 2018 and continue to be a
vital tool for the police officers and the Ames community; and,
WHEREAS, the expected life of the cameras is three to four years. The original purchase
included a three-year no-fault warranty, and though the warranty has expired, the officers have
had minimal operational issues with the cameras and related components until recently. Parts are
becoming more difficult to obtain thus repairs are more difficult to complete. The cameras are now
in need of replacement; and,
WHEREAS, to maintain the continuity of the WatchGuard BWC system, a single source
purchase is required. There is a cooperative contract between WatchGuard and the State of Iowa
that the City can utilize to make this purchase. Purchasing staff has reviewed the proposal from
WatchGuard and determined it is based on the best possible pricing available. The proposed
agreement includes pricing for up to five years and includes device license and support; and,
WHEREAS, the agreement provided is paid annually and can be cancelled within 30 days
of payment due. The cost of the system includes all elements necessary to purchase, implement
and operate a WatchGuard Vista/V300 system. The proposal includes equipment, system setup,
configuration, testing and training. It also includes a three-year no-fault warranty for cameras.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that waiver of the City's purchasing policy requirement for formal bidding procedures and single
source purchase for the replacement of WatchGuard body-worn cameras is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 22nd day of November, 2022.
Renee Nall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Betcher
Seconded by: Junck
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 22nd day of November, 2022.